Federal Cultural Foundation

General Project Funding

31 January, 2026

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General Project Funding accepts applications from creative artists twice a year to finance projects in all artistic fields: visual and performing arts, literature, music, dance, film, photography, architecture and New Media. Up to ten million euros is allocated each year to support large, innovative projects in an international context.

For further information on project grants and upcoming application deadlines, visit the Federal Cultural Foundation's website.

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